Specifications
INTRODUCTION
The
engine/generator
model
number
and
serial
number
are
located
on
a plate mounted
on
the
engine's
valve
cover.
UNDERSTANDING
THE
DIESEL
ENGINE
The
gasoline engine driving
an
AC
generator
is
in
many
ways
similar
to
a gasoline automobile
engine.
The cylinders
are
vertic1e
in-line,
and
the
engine's cylinder head
has
an
over-
head camshaft
which
is
chain-driven. The engine utilizes a
solid-state distributor
which
is
horizontally
mounted
and
camshaft-driven.
The
engine incorporates a pressure
type
lubrication
system,
and
a
fresh
water-cooled engine block
which
is
thennostatically controlled.
To
a
large
degree,
the
generator's engine requires
the
same
preventative maintenance
that
is
required of a gasoline automobile
engine.
the
most
important
factors
to
the
generator's longevity are proper
ventilation, maintenance of
the
fuel
system, ignition
system,
cooling system
and
the
generator
back-end.
ORDERING
PARTS
Whenever replacement parts are
needed,
always
provide
the
generator
and
engine model
and
serial
numbers.
In
addition,
include a complete part description
and
part number
for
each
part needed.
Also
insist
upon
WESTERBEKE
packaged
parts
because
will fit or generic parts
are
frequently
not
made
to
the
same
specifications
as
original
equipment.
NOTES,
CAUTIONS
AND
WARNINGS
As
this
manual
takes
you
through
the
operating procedures,
maintenance
schedules,
and
troubleshooting of
your
generator" critical infonnation
will
be
highlighted
by
NOTES,
CAUTIONS,
and
WARNINGS.
An explanation
follows:
NOTE:
An
operating
procedure
essential
to
note.
A
CAUTION:
Procedures,
which
if
not
strictly
observed,
can
result
in
the
damage
or
destruction
of
your
engine.
A
WARNING:
Procedures,
which
if
not
properly
followed,
can
result
in
personal
injury
or
loss
of
life.
PROTECTING
YOUR
INVESTMENT
Care
at
the
factory
during
assembly
and
thorough
testing
have
resulted
in
a WESTERBEKE generator capable of
many
thousands
of
hours
of dependable
service.
However
the
manufacturer cannot control
how
or
where
the
generator
is
installed
in
the
vessel
or
the
manner
in
which
the
unit
is
operated
and
serviced
in
the
field.
this
is
up
to
the
buyer/owner
operator.
NOTE:
Six
important
steps
to
ensure
long
generator
lifo:
•
Proper
engine and
generator
installation.
• An
efficient
weU-designed
exhaust
system
that
includes
an
anti-siphon
break
to
prevent
water
from
entering
the
engine.
•
Changing
the
engine
oil
and
oilfilters
every
100
operating
hours.
•
Proper
maintenance
of
all
engine
and
generator
components
according
to
the
maintenance
schedule
in
this
manual.
•
Use
clean,filtered
unleadedfuel.
•
Winterize
your
engine
according
to
the
lAY-UP
AND
RECOMMISSIONING
section
in
this
manual.
SPARES
AND
ACCESSORIES
Certain
spares
will be
needed
to
support
and
maintain
your
WESTERBEKE
generator or engine
when
cruising
(see
SUGGESTED
SPARE
PARTS).
Often
even
simple
items
such
as
proper
fuel
and
oil
filters
can
be difficult
to
obtain
along
the
way.
WESTERBEKE
will provide
you
with
a
suggested
spares
and
accessories brochure
to
assist
you
in
preparing
an
on-board inventory of
the
proper
WESTERBEKE
parts.
Engines & Generators
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